Affluent
Affluent
Affluent (/əˈfluːənt/), derived from the Latin word "affluens" meaning "flowing towards", is a term often used in medical literature to describe a condition or state where there is an abundance or overflow of a particular substance or fluid in the body.
Etymology
The term "affluent" originates from the Latin word "affluens", which is the present participle of "affluere". "Affluere" means "to flow towards" and is a combination of the prefix "ad-" (towards) and "fluere" (to flow). In a medical context, it is used to describe situations where there is an excess or overflow of a particular substance or fluid.
Related Terms
- Edema: A condition characterized by an excess of watery fluid collecting in the cavities or tissues of the body.
- Hyperglycemia: A condition in which an excessive amount of glucose circulates in the blood plasma.
- Hyperlipidemia: A medical term for abnormally high levels of fats (lipids) in the blood.
- Effusion: The escape of fluid into a part of the body, leading to swelling.
See Also
References
- Dorland's Illustrated Medical Dictionary (32nd edition)
- Stedman's Medical Dictionary (28th edition)
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Affluent
- Wikipedia's article - Affluent
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